Negotiating Anything, Any Place : Moving Up (Part 5)

Dear Readers, we are continuing to talk about this further, do check Previous Parts for much Better Understanding.
So, What happened Next, “Oh, no — you have that all wrong,” you state quietly. “Those weren’t additions. they were badly needed repairs. The house was falling apart. You should have seen it! If I hadn’t done what I did, it would have resembled a tarpaper shack!” 
The auditor smiles wrylu, as though suffering from a gas pain. Even a literalist can have a sense of humor. This is another matter of judgement.
Therefore, another question mark is scrawled. You now have a 3rd matter that can be moved up the pyramid.
You can come a cropper on the 4th point of contention. You claim, on your Tax return, that you paid $1,400 in quarterly Tax payments. The IRS has proof that you paid only $900.00. The figure you put down was a slip-up — an honest mistake on your part.
You filled out the form late at night, and your mind was tired. Here the IRS does have you dead to rights. It’s not a matter of judgement. there’s no chance to Appeal. You must make up the $500.00 difference.
But what if the auditor disagrees with you on those other points: your charitable contributions, home depreciation, and property enhancement?
The answer is simple. If you acted honestly and believe you are right, start moving up. Appeal. First make an appointment with an IRS examiner.
If that get-together doesn’t satisfy you, make an appointment with a member of the Office of the Regional Director of Appeals. If that get-together doesn’t satisfy you, take your case to court — either a United States Tax Court, a united States court of claims, or a United States district court.
In short, even if only a small amount is involved, appeal, if you’re inclined. You have Constitutional Rights. Lean on them. You also have guts. Use them.
One Final Note about Negotiating with the IRS: If various auditors and examiners demand that you produce additional verification for everything, as if you were a magician who can yank rabbits from hats, don’t rush.
Get Delays. tell whomever you’re dealing with that it’s going to take a long, long time to run down the required records. Use Time, and learn to live with the ambiguity, because it will save you money in the long run.
Remember, the IRS is eager to close your file. Fencing with you requires People, Time, and Money. The effort expended on your case produces a very poor return, and they know it. So continue to say, ” Look, I’m sure I’m Right. Perhaps we can work something out.” 
Eventually, even when it believes it’s right, the IRS is willing to Negotiate matters of this type. As you move up you will find more understanding for your point of view. the higher-ups know that sound tax administration requires flexibility in dealing with questions of judgement about trivial sums.

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“Negotiating Anything, Any Place : Moving Up ( Part 6 )”